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Apr
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2Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Advisory Committee Meeting
National Archives Building, Online
The eighth meeting of the 2024-2026 FOIA Advisory Committee.
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Apr
2A Conversation with Annette Gordon-Reed
William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Museum, Little Rock, AR
Annette Gordon-Reed will highlight her groundbreaking work in bringing lesser-known American stories to light.
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Apr
4Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum , Independence, MO
Join us for our annual family day of egg hunts, kids activities, face painting and balloon artists.
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Apr
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12Exhibit Closing: Opening the Vault at the Presidential Libraries
George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, College Station, TX
"To commemorate the 250th anniversary of American Independence, ""Opening the Vault at the Presidential Libraries"" will feature original, history-making documents. It will be on display March 9 - April 12, 2026.
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Apr
14An Evening with General Stanley McChrystal
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
In conversation about his newest book, On Character: Choices That Define a Life, General McChrystal will explore what it means to live and lead with integrity.
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Apr
14Unity Temple, Country Club Plaza, Online
Join Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Rick Atkinson for an evening exploring the pivotal middle years of the American Revolution
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Apr
15Founding Friends, Founding Foes
William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Museum, Little Rock, AR
Explore the complex relationship between John Adams and Thomas Jefferson.
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Apr
17George H.W. Bush Presidential Library & Museum, College Station, TX
The Bush Library & Museum and Friends of Chamber Music are pleased to partner to bring you CANTUS, a low-voice a capella ensemble concert, "Land That I Love" on Friday, April 17, at 7 p.m.
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Apr
18Author Talks & Signings: Hudson Valley History Reading Festival
Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum, Hyde Park, NY
The Roosevelt Library and the Friends of the Poughkeepsie Public Library District will host the annual Hudson Valley History Reading Festival on Saturday, April 18, 2026, beginning at 10:00 a.m.
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Apr
20Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum, Independence, MO
As America approaches its 250th birthday, The Story of Us: America at 250 invites visitors of all ages to experience the ideals, conflicts and turning points that shaped our nation.
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Apr
23Eisenhower Presidential Library, Abilene, KS
The Lunch & Learn series is held the 4th Thursday.
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Apr
23Heath Lee - From Poise to Purpose: Pat Nixon, Betty Ford, and the Changing Role of First Lady
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
A birthday event to honor First Lady Betty Ford, who would be 108 on April 8.
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Apr
28Gerald Ford and an Old Sentence that Feels Unexpectedly Modern
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library, Ann Arbor, MI
An A250 presentation that accompanies the Northwest Ordinance exhibit at the Ford Presidential Library from April 1-30.
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May
2George H.W. Bush Presidential Pond, College Station, TX
Enjoy a morning of fishing and outdoor fun at the Bush Library & Museum's pond! Join us on Saturday, May 2, from 7-11 a.m. for a free family fishing event.
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May
4Katharine Wilkinson Book Launch
Cecil B. Day Chapel at the Carter Center, Atlanta, GA
Climate Wayfinding
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May
6America at 250, with Special Emphasis on the Proposition that All Men are Created Equal
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Two-hundred and fifty years ago, America famously proclaimed that “all men are created equal.” That same year, Pennsylvanians led by Benjamin Franklin declared that “all men are born equally free and independent.”
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May
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May
7Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Advisory Committee Meeting
National Archives Building, Online
The ninth meeting of the 2024-2026 FOIA Advisory Committee.
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May
7America at 250, with Special Emphasis on the Proposition that All Men are Created Equal
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library, Ann Arbor, MI
Two-hundred and fifty years ago, America famously proclaimed that “all men are created equal.” That same year, Pennsylvanians led by Benjamin Franklin declared that “all men are born equally free and independent.”
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May
12Great Decisions Series - Nuclear Risk in a Changing World with Page Stoutland
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
The risk of nuclear weapon use is widely viewed as higher today than at any point since the Cold War.
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May
14Unity Temple, Country Club Plaza, Online
Historian and Pulitzer Prize finalist H. W. Brands presents an inspiring portrait of George Washington that examines his unrivaled leadership in the birth of America.
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May
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21“The Queen and Her Presidents: The Hidden Hand That Shaped History” with Susan Page
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library , Ann Arbor, MI
Queen Elizabeth II met with President Ford at the White House – not to mention with four of his predecessors and eight of his successors. Indeed, she met with more U.S. presidents than any other person in history.
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May
22Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Queen Elizabeth II met with President Ford at the White House – not to mention with four of his predecessors and eight of his successors. Indeed, she met with more U.S. presidents than any other person in history.
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May
26Ike's Book Club - Virtual Roundtable
Eisenhower Presidential Library, Online
Join Ike's Book Club for a yearlong journey into the profound legacy and context of the 34th president.
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May
28How Sputnik Jumpstarted Gifted Education and Talent Development (Lunch & Learn)
Eisenhower Presidential Library, Abilene, KS
The Lunch & Learn series is held the 4th Thursday.
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Jun
2Landmark Exhibit! Opening the Vault at the Presidential Libraries
Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum, Abilene, KS
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of American Independence, "Opening the Vault at the Presidential Libraries" will feature original, history-making documents. It will be on display June 2 - July 5, 2026.
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Jun
6Symphony at Sunset Annual D-Day Commemoration Concert
Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum, Abilene, KS
Join us for this special D-Day remembrance event.
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Jun
11Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Advisory Committee Meeting
National Archives Building, Online
The tenth meeting of the 2024-2026 FOIA Advisory Committee.
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Jun
25Eisenhower and the National Highway Act (Lunch & Learn)
Eisenhower Presidential Library, Abilene, KS
The Lunch & Learn series is held the 4th Thursday.
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Jun
30Ike's Book Club (Meet Author John Shaw)
Eisenhower Presidential Library, Abilene, KS
Join Ike's Book Club for a yearlong journey into the profound legacy and context of the 34th president.
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Jul
1Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum, Abilene, KS
Join us as welcome our nation's newest citizens -- just in time for Independence Day!
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Jul
4Independence Day - Free Museum Admission
Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum, Abilene, KS
Receive complimentary museum admission on July 4.
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Jul
16Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Advisory Committee Meeting
National Archives Building, Online
The final meeting of the 2024-2026 FOIA Advisory Committee.
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Jul
23President Eisenhower, Japan, and the Enduring Alliance (Lunch & Learn)
Eisenhower Presidential Library, Abilene, KS
The Lunch & Learn series is held the 4th Thursday.
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Aug
25Ike's Book Club - Virtual Roundtable
Eisenhower Presidential Library, Online
Join Ike's Book Club for a yearlong journey into the profound legacy and context of the 34th president.
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Sep
17Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum, Abilene, KS
Celebrate Constitution Day by welcoming our nation's newest citizens!
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Sep
29Ike's Book Club (Meet Author Edward Segal)
Eisenhower Presidential Library, Abilene, KS
Join Ike's Book Club for a yearlong journey into the profound legacy and context of the 34th president.
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Oct
27Ike's Book Club - Virtual Roundtable
Eisenhower Presidential Library, Online
Join Ike's Book Club for a yearlong journey into the profound legacy and context of the 34th president.
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Dec
8Ike's Book Club (Meet Author Mack Teasley)
Eisenhower Presidential Library, Abilene, KS
Join Ike's Book Club for a yearlong journey into the profound legacy and context of the 34th president.
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Dec
31Exhibit Closing: United We Play
Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum , Independence, MO
Temporary Exhibit
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